Snapper CP215019KW, CP215519HV, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform the service
required before each start-up.
2.1.1. Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter
and covers to make sure all are in place and securely
tightened.
2.1.2. Check blade control, wheel drive control, and
engine speed control to insure they work freely. See
Figure 2.1.
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.3. Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height.
Refer to Section “OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS –
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT”.
2.1.4. Check engine oil and add as needed to bring
level up to ‘full’ mark on dipstick. See Figure 2.2.
(Kawasaki engine shown, fuel and oil fill locations may
vary with engine.) Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for
oil specifications.
2.1.5. Add fuel to tank. See Figure 2.2. Fuel mower
outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure
cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to Engine
Owners Manual for fuel specifications.
FIGURE 2.2
2.1.6. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and
engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt,
grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and
cooling fins clear at all times.
2.2 STARTING & OPERATION
2.2.1. ENGINE & BLADE
1. Make sure fuel valve on engine is open. See
Figure 2.3 (Kawasaki engines) or Figure 2.3a
(Honda engines).
FIGURE 2.3
FIGURE 2.3a
2. Move engine speed control past “Fast” detent to
“Choke” position. See Figure 2.4 and
“FAMILIARIZATION”.
3. Pull blade control against handle.
4. Pull rope start handle to crank engine.
WHEEL
DRIVE
CONTROL
BLADE
CONTROL
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
FUEL
VALVE
OPEN
CLOSE
FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE
SHOWN IN THE “ON”
POSITION
OIL FILL/
DIPSTICK
FUEL
FILL